You know the routine: You put up decorations for Halloween, only to take them down a few days later. Then, you put up Thanksgiving decorations, only to replace ’em with Christmas decorations. But who has the time for all that?
Yes, you want to be festive, but the seven tubs of decorations you house in your closet dedicated to the holiday season are too much (and, let’s be real, taking up much-needed closet space). But is it even possible to put up decor appropriate for all those very diverse holidays? Even decor you can leave up until after Christmas? Yup! And doesn’t that sound wonderful? Decorate your house just once? That leaves so much more time for holiday activities with the family, from pumpkin picking to snowman building.
Ahead, we’ve gathered up the Halloween decorations — including a few DIY decor ideas for all you crafty folks — that you can put up and keep up until the New Year, or maybe even later. Because decorating for each individual holiday is overrated.
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Glam Pumpkins
Nothing says fall like some chic pumpkins, and luckily, you can keep these beauties from Grandin Road up all season long. You can snag them in silver, gold, and copper, but we recommend getting one of each to create a statement-making focal point near the fireplace or an entryway table.
Fall Harvest
Keep this classic trio of leaves and acorns up through Thanksgiving—or even until December rolls around. Use them as a seasonal centerpiece at the dinner table or above the mantel for a touch of festive flair that won’t make your home feel like a tacky haunted mansion.
‘Hey There, Pumpkin’ Doormat
Welcome trick-or-treaters to your porch with this doormat that screams, “We give out the good candy!” Fortunately, it also says, “Unless you brought pumpkin pie, get out.” So, you’re set for the rest of the season, too.
Autumnal Wreath
If you don’t want a traditional wreath that you can just find anywhere, then you’ll want to check out Etsy’s selection of statement-making options. Irresistibly chic.
Fall Watercolor Pumpkin Prints
It doesn’t have to be Halloween to appreciate this watercolor pumpkin print. The earthy tones are neutral enough to match almost any decor.
Velvet Pumpkins
Orange and black are the traditional Halloween colors, but branch out with your palette, and you can create an incredible pumpkin tablescape for your dining table that will last the season.
We recommend getting these gorgeous velvet pumpkins from Etsy creator and seller YourHeartsContent.
Vintage Insect Poster
This beautifully drawn vintage science print features insects of all types. It’s definitely spooky enough to fit in with your Halloween decor, but the art speaks for itself as a quirky piece that can be displayed all year.
Black and Gold Candle Holders
Here’s another option for you goth, glam designers out there. Black candle holders adorned with what looks like melted gold make a statement on your table or mantle any time of year.
Autumn Leaf Fairy Lights
These autumn leaf fairy lights are a wonderful way to bring the outdoors inside. Your Halloween party guests will be very impressed, and you’ll hear, “So pretty! Are those the same?” from them again at Thanksgiving. And maybe again at Christmas.
Rustic Autumnal Citrus Potpourri Garland
A more rustic take on the citrus and pinecone garland, this autumnal citrus garland adds wooden beads, cinnamon sticks and fall leaves. Gorgeous natural decor and potpourri? Heck, yes.
Etsy has beads in various colors, but we recommend going with a neutral shade, like the beige beads shown in the photo; and Etsy seller The Bead Chest sells them in several different sizes.
Walnut Bug Wall Hanging
We love the rustic, bohemian look of this walnut wood insect garland. It looks right at home in October with the Halloween decorations, and in June with the windows open to fill the house with warm spring air.
Neutral Pumpkin Decor
This DIY neutral pumpkin decor is the perfect last-minute decoration and requires only a metallic paint pen and pumpkins. Personalize them with clever seasonal sayings like, “Leaves falling, autumn calling” or “But I think I love fall most of all.” Depending on the size of your pumpkin, of course.
Amazon sells paintable pumpkins for cheap, too. We recommend the 12-pack of pumpkins with six 2.25-inch pumpkins and six 3.25-inch pumpkins.
Mason Jar Luminary
Brighten up your dark, gloomy Halloween days with this fall leaf Mason jar luminary from Create Craft Love. Switch it up by changing the shape to an acorn, pumpkin or apple.
Again, Amazon is the perfect place to pick up a pack of mason jars. KAMOTA has a 12-pack of 16-ounce jars for less than $30.
Mini-Pumpkin Garland
You don’t need huge, over-the-top decor to get into the spirit. The ladies at Lovely Indeed have the tutorial for this mini-pumpkin garland that is subtle and sophisticated.
Pick up your mini pumpkins from Amazon for less than $15 for a 16-pack.
Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece
Pumpkins and real succulents: How could you possibly go wrong? And with this gourd-geous centerpiece from Etsy seller SucculentArtworks, you might just want to keep it out all year long…
Pumpkin Candle DIY
A second good idea for utilizing hollowed-out pumpkins is these pumpkin candles, which combine beauty with function and smell delicious. Head to Twine and Table for the full tutorial.
Get a two-pound bag of pure white beeswax pastilles for candle making for less than $15 on Amazon.
Succulent Pumpkin Planter
A hollowed-out pumpkin can be many, many things, but a pumpkin succulent planter is one of the best I’ve ever seen. Who doesn’t love succulents? And using a pumpkin as a planter allows you to pick your favorite plants and still be festive.
We recommend picking up live succulents from SayIDoSucculents on Etsy. They sell an assortment for as low as $1.99 a plant.
Knit Throw Blanket
Nothing says cozy like a throw blanket, and the autumn color works for the entire season, whether you’re waiting out trick-or-treaters on your porch or napping off Thanksgiving dinner. Plus, thrown over your couch, it’s the perfect thing to cuddle under while you watch scary movies.
Autumn Branches
Bringing branches from outside to stick in a vase will instantly give your house a fall feel. If you don’t have good branches quite yet, faux stems like these from Amazon will also do the trick.
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